Description
Lemon Poppy Seed Cake is a delightful dessert that intertwines zesty lemon flavor with the crunchy texture of poppy seeds, creating a refreshing treat for any occasion. This moist and flavorful cake is perfect for afternoon tea or as a sweet finish to your meal. Easy to prepare, it brings sunshine to your table and evokes nostalgic memories with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup poppy seeds
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup whole milk
- Zest and juice of 2 fresh lemons (about 1/4 cup juice)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour a loaf pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and poppy seeds.
- In another bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture, alternating with milk until just blended.
- Pour batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 65mg